I wrote this poem after attending a military “retreat.” As the military liaison for our local mental health center, I have been honored to be part of an initiative in which we try to close the gaps and provide resources to Veterans and their families who have served – past and present. As I thought about this, I realized those of us who did not serve will never fully understand the sacrifice that these men and woman, as well as their families have made. I hope that we can come together in our communities, honor them and help them in the healing process.